The Pittsburgh Steelers signed a Jefferson today. It wasn’t the Jefferson fans would’ve liked to see in the black and gold (ahem, Justin) — instead, Van Jefferson, former second-round pick of the Los Angeles Rams.
According to Ari Meirov of The 33rd Team, the Steelers signed Jefferson to a one-year deal.
This clearly puts the Steelers in the market for a top-round receiver in the NFL draft. For those looking for a receiver who can come in and replace Diontae Johnson, this ain’t it.
In a span of five seasons, Jefferson managed just 1,600 yards and 10 touchdowns. Where there’s hope is his yards-per-catch average of 14.2.
His experience playing in and winning a Super Bowl will come in handy, too.
The Jefferson acquisition has Arthur Smith‘s name all over it. In what would be Smith’s last season as head coach of the Atlanta Falcons, the team received Jefferson and a 2025 seventh-round pick from the Rams in exchange for a 2025 sixth-round selection.
In 12 games (five starts), Jefferson logged 101 yards and zero touchdowns in 2023.
The #Steelers are signing WR Van Jefferson to a 1-year deal. A weapon for Russell Wilson. pic.twitter.com/kY9JxBGEQO
— Ari Meirov (@MySportsUpdate) March 15, 2024
